George III Acrostic Mourning Brooch Engagement Ring possibly Alfred Tennyson

possibly Alfred Tennyson

At the centre sits a natural pearl

It is marked 585 Olel Denmark for Ole Lyngaard of Copenhagen

with a delicate red ladybird resting at its centre - a traditional symbol of luck and good fortune

while the interior of the locket holds a photograph compartment

George III Acrostic Mourning Brooch Engagement Ring possibly Alfred TennysonAn exceptional and highly symbolic George III acrostic mourning brooch, finely crafted in engraved bi coloured gold. The design centres on a stylised pineapple flanked by naturalistic oak leaves, emblematic of hospitality, strength and endurance. With delicate scrollwork and foliate detailing, highlighted with seed pearls and cabochon turquoises. Featuring a foliate banner set with a carefully arranged sequence of gemstones pearl, emerald, amethyst,